Silver-Lead Ore from Epithermal Veins
Vein-hosted galena-sphalerite ore with bonanza-grade silver from Creede district. HTS 2616.90.00 classification applies when silver recovery drives mine economics despite lead host. Flotation yields high-silver lead concentrates.
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If lead content requires specific processing
Lead-zinc ores with subordinate silver classify under lead ore heading 2607.
If for antimony-bearing silver ores
Ores roasted to recover antimony shift to heading 2617 other metal residues.
If smelted to lead bullion
Recovered lead bullion becomes unwrought lead under Chapter 78.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Separate lead and silver content declarations for dual Chapter 26/78 valuation considerations
• Provide EPA waste characterization for smelter slag potential under RCRA regulations
• Use acid-resistant liners for containers due to galena's sulfuric acid generation
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